Problem:
A 13-year-old adolescent presents with an erythematous raised lesion on his left forearm. During the examination, the NP identifies lymphadenopathy of the left axilla with tender, firm lymph nodes that are palpable. He is otherwise healthy. The nurse practitioner suspects a mild case of cat scratch disease and initially should: A - recommend local heat applications to the swollen nodes B- prescribe corticosteroids (to reduce inflammation) and a topical antimicrobial. c-prescribe a 5-day course of azithromycin. D-prescribe a 5-day course of azithromycin and a 7-day course of doxycycline.